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A major winter storm is on the way to the bluegrass state. Local high water issues are possible early Wednesday and that will be followed up by heavy snow and sleet. Significant accumulations are likely Wednesday night and Thursday.

Robber uses stick to attack Lexington worker

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A man is recovering after being attacked during a robbery.

The crime happened at a warehouse located at Lewis Street & E. Third Street. The victim tells WKYT he was working on a trailer tire, when he heard a noise. He says that when he turned to investigate, someone hit him in the head with a stick.

The man tried to fight back, but the robber with the stick demanded money. The victim says the robber took $150 from him.

The robber was last seen running toward Goodloe Street. The victim describes the robber as a black man, standing around six feet and weighing 220 pounds. He was wearing a black or charcoal colored hoodie, white shoes and blue jeans. He also has a scruffy beard.

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